Microbial Genomics (MICR3004)
Information valid for Semester 2, 2018
Course level
Undergraduate
Faculty
School
Chemistry & Molec Biosciences
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Delivery mode
Internal
Class hours
3 Lecture hours
3 Practical or Laboratory hours
Prerequisite
MICR2000
Recommended prerequisite
BIOC2000 or BIOL2202 or BIOL2902
Assessment methods
Lab notebook, MicrobWiki webpage, Oral microbiome report and end of semester examination
Course enquiries
Study Abroad
This course is pre-approved for Study Abroad and Exchange students.
Current course offerings
| Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
| Semester 2, 2024 (22/07/2024 - 18/11/2024) | St Lucia | In Person | Course Profile |
| Semester 2, 2025 (28/07/2025 - 22/11/2025) | St Lucia | In Person | Profile unavailable |
Please Note: Course profiles marked as not available may still be in development.
Course description
This course covers the principles of microbial genomics and its application to cultured and uncultured microbial diversity (metagenomics), including the use of informational macromolecules such as 16S rRNA. The course emphasises recent projects that use genomics and metagenomics to advance the fields of metabolic engineering, wastewater treatment and human health. This course has content relevant to Biotechnology and Genetics majors.
